What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Group Assistant position at Kids Get Social?
We are seeking a compassionate individual to provide support during our afternoon social learning groups.
Hours: Wednesday 3:15-5:15, Friday 4:15-6:15 and one Saturday 9:15-3:15 a month
The Social Group Assistant will provide social group support to the social group leader and form relationships with children that will foster social, emotional, and communication growth. This position is ideal for someone interested in or pursuing a degree in education, pediatric medicine or a related field (speech-language pathology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, behavioral therapy, psychology) and will provide this individual with the opportunity to engage in enriching and diverse learning experiences.
Qualifications: At least some relevant experience with pre- school-aged and elementary children required. Experience with children with disabilities preferred. Ability to form and maintain strong professional relationships with staff and parents. Compassion, empathy and a strong work ethic are musts for this position. Neurodivergent individuals are encouraged to apply.
Job Responsiblities
- Assists with prep (gathers toys/materials, builds the visual schedule)
- Builds rapport with clients
- Models language skills
- Models pretend play skills
- Uses the visual schedule to help children learn the therapy routines, assist transitions and to redirect behavior
- Assists with transitions
- Helps to keep materials organized during the sessions
- Uses visual supports throughout the sessions (sharing, compromising, emotion chart, job chart etc.) when needed
- Completing assigned tasks during social groups; may include- gathering materials, facilitating sensory and emotional regulation breaks, helping children reenter the group following a chill break, debriefing with children regarding sensory and emotional needs
- Completes reorganization tasks following sessions (puts away toys, puts away data sheet folders, vacuums the rug at the end of the day etc.)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 4 – 10 per week
Schedule:
- Weekends only
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30